Author: Shane Lawrie

Shane Lawrie

Head unpaid intern of Behind the Sport and former gimp at Drive Tribe, he might not be the most technical motorsport fan, but enjoys a good race!

Purchased from his Queensland owners in June 2020 by Jamie Weeks, Mater made his Motorvation debut in spectacular form. Kids and adults alike were fascinated by the CARS star brought to life which was entered in the burnout competitions at Motorvation 35. Check out our gallery of Mater from Motorvation

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So how does one break the Sunday blues at Motorvation 35? Knowing that it is all over in a matter of hours after 2 days (so far) of beautiful cars, burnouts, and all manner of driving events? Bump into the wonderful Bridget Bell and wander around the Formula Tech Elite

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Sunday at Motorvation 35 meant it was time for the finals of the burnout competition and the competitors sure didn’t disappoint. Some wild burnouts, some that were over far too soon and some that should have stayed at home. Here’s a selection of the most “

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If you weren’t one of the lucky entrants to be here early, then you’re probably sitting in a line snaking all the way back to Anketell Road right now. But fear not, there’s plenty of time to get in and get your car scrutineered

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One of the freshest faces on the Motorvation team this year is the plucky Chris Mitchell. A former karting competitor, current karting commentator, Hollywood movie star who is often confused as J Mac’s shorter twin brother, he joined us for a quick look back at his Motorvation history

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The time finally arrived, the orange band was slapped on the wrist and the ever cheerful Chris Mitchell was on babysitting duties. It was time for this guy to spend some time on the otherside of the fence at Whoop Ass Wednesdays, a staple in anyone with a need for

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Jarrod Maclean aka J Mac is one of the faces and voices of Motorvation 35. Have a watch and listen as he gives us an insight into his history with Motorvation, his favourite memories and what to expect from Motorvation 35.

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